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Google could soon protect your Android device from dangerous PWAs and WebAPKs (APK teardown)

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-08-31 12:32:41

Aamir Siddiqui / Android Authority TL;DR Google could soon extend Play Protect to scan PWAs and WebAPKs during installation. This new feature could protect users from malicious PWAs used for phishing and data theft. Google has been silently protecting most Android devices through Google Play Protect, scanning the apps that users have installed, and warning them of nefarious ones. While platform-native apps remain the most popular method to access a service, Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) remain

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How I used the Pixel Tablet as my smart home display - and why it's worth it at $150 off

zdnet.com Maria Diaz 2025-08-31 12:34:00

On Amazon, the 128GB Google Pixel Tablet is $150 off for Prime Day, bringing the price down to a more accessible $250. Google's Pixel Tablet marked the company's return to the tablet market after some years (previous efforts included the Pixel C and Pixel Slate). While it was highly praised as a near-perfect Android tablet, its reception was underwhelming. Also: I replaced my Kindle and iPad within hours of testing this tablet - and didn't regret it The Google Pixel Tablet is an 11-inch Andro

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Lowest price alert: Google Pixel Watch 3 now available for $249.99

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-08-31 13:36:42

Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority Score a fantastic deal on one of the top smartwatches for Android users. For a limited time, you can get the Google Pixel Watch 3 for just $249.99 — a significant $100 off the regular price of $349.99. That’s a 29% discount from the recommended retail price, making it the lowest price ever. Google Pixel Watch 3 for $249.99 (29% off) The Google Pixel Watch 3 stands out with its 41mm sleek design and vibrant 1.27-inch AMOLED display, providing up to 2,000 nits

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Android’s upcoming notification summaries could avoid the pitfalls of Apple Intelligence

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-08-31 16:20:39

Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR Google is developing an AI-powered notification summary feature for Android to help manage overwhelming alerts from messaging apps. Unlike Apple’s version, this feature will only summarize “conversation notifications” to improve accuracy and avoid misinterpreting non-message alerts. It will warn users that summaries may contain errors, will only process longer messages, and will likely be exclusive to devices that support Gemini Nano. Notifications ar

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Here’s what I like and dislike about Android’s new Expressive design

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-01 00:30:04

Joe Maring / Android Authority If you’ve installed the stable version of Android 16 on your Pixel, you might be disappointed to find that the big visual refresh Google announced on May 13 is conspicuous by its absence. An unfortunate consequence of the new platform release schedule is that some of the more notable new Android 16 features won’t be arriving until the Android 16 QPR1 update in early September. That means that even though there’s plenty of goodness in the initial stable release — l

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I gave Google Tasks another shot — and remembered why I left

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-01 01:00:23

Andy Walker / Android Authority I’m not a calendar person. My day sliced into blue and yellow chunks down to the last minute — even telling me when to eat or take a break — isn’t the kind of rigidity I can live with. That’s far too structured for me. I instead swear by a hotchpotch system of Post-it notes, the good-old paper and pen, and most importantly, my task managing app — TickTick. TickTick is where all my personal and work tasks live, giving me a clear view of what needs to be done, whe

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Deal alert: Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 drop to $169.99 in rare saving opportunity

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-01 01:30:56

Rita El Khoury / Android Authority You can score the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 at a discounted price of $169.99, down from the normal price of $229. That’s a 26% discount relative to the recommended retail price and the lowest price we’ve ever tracked them at since launch. If you’ve been holding off on upgrading your earbuds, this deal is a standout opportunity. Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 Wingtips and better battery life With an extreme focus on their size and shape, Google'

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Unless users take action, Android will let Gemini access third-party apps

arstechnica.com Unknown 2025-09-01 04:46:14

Starting today, Google is implementing a change that will enable its Gemini AI engine to interact with third-party apps, such as WhatsApp, even when users previously configured their devices to block such interactions. Users who don't want their previous settings to be overridden may have to take action. An email Google sent recently informing users of the change linked to a notification page that said that “human reviewers (including service providers) read, annotate, and process” the data Gem

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Google Pixel 9a price drops to its record-low price of $449

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-01 08:38:48

Ryan Haines / Android Authority The Google Pixel 9a is already an outstanding budget phone, but the deal is even better right now. It’s $50 off, bringing the Pixel 9a down to a much more reasonable $449. This is an all-time low price we’ve only seen once before! Buy the Google Pixel 9a for just $449 ($50 off) This offer is available from Amazon. The discount applies to all color versions available: Obsidian, Porcelain, Iris, and Peony. Google Pixel 9a Google Pixel 9a All the Pixel essentials

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Epic Games ends its antitrust lawsuit against Samsung

engadget.com Unknown 2025-09-01 07:58:07

Epic Games has dropped its suit against Samsung. "We’re dismissing our court case against Samsung following the parties’ discussions," Epic CEO and founder Tim Sweeney posted on X. "We are grateful that Samsung will address Epic’s concerns." The company filed the action in September. The lawsuit centered on the company's Auto Blocker feature, which only allows apps to be installed from the Google Play Store and Samsung Galaxy Store. Epic claimed this made it difficult for potential customers to

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The best Fitbits for your fitness and health

theverge.com Victoria Song 2025-09-01 08:38:43

is a senior reporter focusing on wearables, health tech, and more with 13 years of experience. Before coming to The Verge, she worked for Gizmodo and PC Magazine. Editor’s note: Amazon Prime Day kicks off on July 8th; however, if you want to get a head start on your online shopping, we’ve rounded up the best early Prime Day deals you can already get. In 2025, you might wonder if Fitbit is still relevant. Despite getting acquired by Google, Fitbit remains one of the most recognizable names in t

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Is your Pixel having lock screen issues after Android 16 update? You’re not alone.

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-08-31 21:12:30

Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR Some Google Pixel owners are reporting lock screen issues after updating to Android 16. Problems include tap-to-wake not working, the screen not turning on after hitting the power button, and more. Affected users are advised to restart their phones to mitigate the issue, but Google is apparently working on a fix. Google Pixel phones were the first to receive an update to the stable Android 16 software. This update brings features like an Advanced Protecti

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EU Slaps Google With Antitrust Complaint Over AI Overviews

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-09-01 10:53:00

A group of publishers has filed an EU antitrust complaint against Google over its use of AI Overviews, according to a report from Reuters last week. AI Overviews are AI-generated results trained on content across the internet that appears at the top of Google searches. The complaint comes from a group of independent publishers who want the EU to take some action against Google scraping and repackaging their content, according to a document seen by Reuters. "Google's core search engine service

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Samsung and Epic Games call a truce in app store lawsuit

arstechnica.com Unknown 2025-09-01 16:10:14

Epic Games, buoyed by the massive success of Fortnite, has spent the last few years throwing elbows in the mobile industry to get its app store on more phones. It scored an antitrust win against Google in late 2023, and the following year it went after Samsung for deploying "Auto Blocker" on its Android phones, which would make it harder for users to install the Epic Games Store. Now, the parties have settled the case just days before Samsung will unveil its latest phones. The Epic Store drama

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Fortnite maker Epic Games settles antitrust case against Samsung

techcrunch.com Aisha Malik 2025-09-01 16:22:22

In Brief Fortnite maker Epic Games has settled its antitrust case against Samsung, according to a court filing. The case, filed last September, accused Samsung of working with Google to block rival app stores by default on Samsung phones. “We’re dismissing our court case against Samsung following the parties’ discussions,” Epic CEO Tim Sweeney said in a post on X. He added, “We are grateful that Samsung will address Epic’s concerns.” An Epic spokesperson declined further comment, pointing to

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Gemini’s new overlay is getting ready to bounce onto your screen (APK teardown)

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-02 00:08:09

AssembleDebug / Android Authority TL;DR Google’s currently working on a number of visual changes to how you interact with the Gemini overlay. In addition to updating the coloring and shape of the overlay, we’ve identified a new animation it could use to appear on screen. We can trigger this effect both when accessing the overlay via swiping, as well as long-pressing the power button. Google continues to make the case for Gemini in — well, pretty much everything — and little by little it’s be

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Epic reaches mystery settlement with Samsung days before new Galaxy phones

theverge.com Sean Hollister 2025-09-02 00:31:30

is a senior editor and founding member of The Verge who covers gadgets, games, and toys. He spent 15 years editing the likes of CNET, Gizmodo, and Engadget. Last September, after successfully suing Google for running an illegal app store monopoly, Epic Games sued Samsung, too — alleging the phonemaker of illegally conspiring with Google to undermine third-party app stores. An “Auto Blocker” feature on Samsung Android phones, which was turned on by default, automatically kept users from installi

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Possible Google Pixel 10a back cover makes a very early (and very sketchy) appearance

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-02 04:33:12

Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR An image of a “Google Pixel 10A engineering back cover” has emerged online. The back appears to be slightly different from the Pixel 9a. It’s only been a few months since the release of the Pixel 9a, but that’s not going to stop leakers from going after its successor. We’ve already heard a few rumors about the Pixel 10a, such as its codename. Now a new potential leak may give us a few more details about the next entry to Google’s mid-range line. On the C

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No Mercy for Google on Prime Day, Amazon Clears Out Pixel 9a Stock Just 2 Months After Its Launch

gizmodo.com Gizmodo Deals 2025-09-02 08:35:53

Prime Day has turned out to be the highlight of the year to purchase nearly anything discounted, with Amazon turning it into the largest shopping day of the year. Prices are insane, and this year Google products are one of the hottest stuff. The Pixel 9a is the lower-priced alternative to Google’s new Pixel 9 series and it is now available at an all-time low price): You can now buy the Pixel 9a 128GB for $449, down from its original price of $499. This $50 discount might not seem huge at first

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The Pixel phone alarm glitch is back - but here's a potential remedy

zdnet.com Artie Beaty 2025-09-02 12:22:40

Artie Beaty / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET If you use your Google Pixel phone as your alarm clock, you probably want to set a backup. Also: Is your Pixel glitchy after Android 16? Here's the best workaround we've found so far Over the past several months, a frustrating bug has started showing up across the Pixel phone lineup, including the new flagship Pixel 9 Pro. For a yet-unexplained reason, alarms set on Pixel phones will randomly stay silent. A "Missed alarm" notification appears, along

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Android is finally adding a search bar to its Photo Picker to help you find images faster

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-02 16:55:24

Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR Android’s Photo Picker is getting a new search bar to help find specific images, and a date scrubber is also in development to make navigation easier. The search feature, which is rolling out now, allows users to search their entire local and cloud media library with simple text-based queries. A date scrubber is also being worked on, which will let users quickly scroll through their gallery to find photos from a specific month or year. Sharing a photo

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I’m fed up with ads on my Google TV, so I got rid of them with this third-party launcher

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-03 00:00:39

Joe Maring / Android Authority Ever since Android TV underwent its transformation to Google TV a few years ago, I have had mixed feelings about the subsequent redesign of the home screen interface. While I appreciate the more modern-looking interface on one hand, the number of sponsored content suggestions has steadily increased over the years to the point of frustration. Simply put, I find sponsored content unacceptable after paying a fair price for the underlying hardware. And unfortunately,

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The Google TV Streamer 4K drops to $84 for Prime Day

engadget.com Unknown 2025-09-03 00:10:26

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . Here's a sweet Prime Day deal on one of our favorite streaming devices. You can get the Google TV Streamer for $84. (It typically retails for $100.) That's nearly an all-time low for the wedge-shaped gizmo. The Google TV Streamer is Engadget's pick for the best all-in-one streaming de

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As a Wear OS fan, I’m embarrassed to admit how excited I am for this watchOS 26 feature

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-02 15:00:34

Kaitlyn Cimino / Android Authority I rely on lists to keep my life running: grocery lists, packing lists, home improvement checklists, birthday gift ideas for my 19 nieces and nephews, and ongoing logs of thank-you notes for gifts for my own kid. My note-keeping apps aren’t just productivity tools; they’re the backbone of my sanity. So, when Apple announced that the Notes app is coming to Apple smartwatches via watchOS 26, my ears perked up. Do you use note-taking apps on your smartwatch? 171

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Google faces EU antitrust complaint over AI Overviews

techcrunch.com Anthony Ha 2025-09-02 21:36:54

In Brief A group known as the Independent Publishers Alliance has filed an antitrust complaint with the European Commission over Google’s AI Overviews, according to Reuters. The complaint accuses Google of “misusing web content for Google’s AI Overviews in Google Search, which have caused, and continue to cause, significant harm to publishers, including news publishers in the form of traffic, readership and revenue loss.” It also says that unless they’re willing to disappear from Google searc

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Incapacitating Google Tag Manager (2022)

news.ycombinator.com Bob Leggitt 2025-09-02 08:12:25

"We're long past the days when it was possible to simply say "no" to corporate stalking without consequence. Today, when we say "no", we get punished for it. But that only goes to show WHY, more than ever, we should be saying "no"." Google Tag Manager. It's a product which, by design, cloaks a range of the Internet's most invasive and unethical scripts in an opaque closet, then springs them out in disguise. Combining immense power with obfuscation and vast scale of use, Google Tag Manager is th

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Google's AI video maker Veo 3 is now available via $20 Gemini

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2025-09-03 04:17:02

Google says Veo 3, which is the company's state-of-the-art video generator, is now shipping to everyone using the Gemini app with a $20 subscription. Previously, Veo 3 was only available in the United States via Flow, but you can now try it inside the Gemini app in India, Indonesia, and all of Europe. Google says you'll get 3 video generations per day and limit resets every 24 hours. To get started, you need to subscribe to the $20 Gemini AI Pro plan. Once done, open the Gemini app or Gemini

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How to Incapacitate Google Tag Manager and Why You Should (2022)

news.ycombinator.com Bob Leggitt 2025-09-04 00:12:25

"We're long past the days when it was possible to simply say "no" to corporate stalking without consequence. Today, when we say "no", we get punished for it. But that only goes to show WHY, more than ever, we should be saying "no"." Google Tag Manager. It's a product which, by design, cloaks a range of the Internet's most invasive and unethical scripts in an opaque closet, then springs them out in disguise. Combining immense power with obfuscation and vast scale of use, Google Tag Manager is th

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New Gemini icon comes to Android and iPhone

9to5mac.com Abner Li 2025-09-04 08:08:25

Updates this week to the Gemini app on Android and iPhone introduce a new app icon that adopts the four Google colors. The new four-color logo takes after every other Google icon. It’s still predominantly blue at the right, while the other points are red, yellow, and green. There’s also a nice gradient at center-left like the current ‘G’ icon. The four points are rounded and not as sharp as before for a friendlier look. At small sizes, like on your homescreen, it means the icon doesn’t fade ou

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Google Messages could give profile pages a dash of Material 3 Expressive personality (APK teardown)

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-05 10:29:02

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR In addition to other areas of the Google Messages app, Google is testing Material 3 Expressive design changes for the profile section. The profile section will soon feature updated buttons that change shape and include tap animations. Android 16 is here, but most of its Material 3 Expressive changes will be coming with the Android 16 QPR1 release later in the year. However, that doesn’t stop apps from updating themselves with Material 3 Expressive ele

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Latest Tech News

Google could soon protect your Android device from dangerous PWAs and WebAPKs (APK teardown)

How I used the Pixel Tablet as my smart home display - and why it's worth it at $150 off

Lowest price alert: Google Pixel Watch 3 now available for $249.99

Android’s upcoming notification summaries could avoid the pitfalls of Apple Intelligence

Here’s what I like and dislike about Android’s new Expressive design

I gave Google Tasks another shot — and remembered why I left

Deal alert: Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 drop to $169.99 in rare saving opportunity

Unless users take action, Android will let Gemini access third-party apps

Google Pixel 9a price drops to its record-low price of $449

Epic Games ends its antitrust lawsuit against Samsung

The best Fitbits for your fitness and health

Is your Pixel having lock screen issues after Android 16 update? You’re not alone.

EU Slaps Google With Antitrust Complaint Over AI Overviews

Samsung and Epic Games call a truce in app store lawsuit

Fortnite maker Epic Games settles antitrust case against Samsung

Gemini’s new overlay is getting ready to bounce onto your screen (APK teardown)

Epic reaches mystery settlement with Samsung days before new Galaxy phones

Possible Google Pixel 10a back cover makes a very early (and very sketchy) appearance

No Mercy for Google on Prime Day, Amazon Clears Out Pixel 9a Stock Just 2 Months After Its Launch

The Pixel phone alarm glitch is back - but here's a potential remedy

Android is finally adding a search bar to its Photo Picker to help you find images faster

I’m fed up with ads on my Google TV, so I got rid of them with this third-party launcher

The Google TV Streamer 4K drops to $84 for Prime Day

As a Wear OS fan, I’m embarrassed to admit how excited I am for this watchOS 26 feature

Google faces EU antitrust complaint over AI Overviews

Incapacitating Google Tag Manager (2022)

Google's AI video maker Veo 3 is now available via $20 Gemini

How to Incapacitate Google Tag Manager and Why You Should (2022)

New Gemini icon comes to Android and iPhone

Google Messages could give profile pages a dash of Material 3 Expressive personality (APK teardown)

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